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In reply to the discussion: Do *you* think arresting and holding administration officials is a good idea? [View all]Cartaphelius
(868 posts)17. Psstttt......
We already are hostages.....
xxxxxxx included for warmth and comfort
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Do *you* think arresting and holding administration officials is a good idea? [View all]
Stinky The Clown
May 2019
OP
No, but not doing it is a worse idea. They thumb their noses at the law.
50 Shades Of Blue
May 2019
#6
Absolutely. The fines may mean nothing to them but some jail time might get their attention.
LonePirate
May 2019
#7
Barr was confirmed to obey Trump's demands of harassing Trump's perceived enemies
Freethinker65
May 2019
#11
Salaries can be withheld in some cases...this would have much more punch than fines.
Amaryllis
May 2019
#14
I believe they are talking about $25K a day- some serious money in a short time
Thekaspervote
May 2019
#57
There are rules in place because our founding fathers believed in checks and balances not a dictator
rustydog
May 2019
#24
If Congress uses inherent contempt the House sergeant at arms can arrest ...
CaptainTruth
May 2019
#30
Voice of reason. The lock up would give us short-term emotional satisfaction, but
emmaverybo
May 2019
#55
Just FYI, some details on inherent contempt. Yes, Congress can arrest & detain someone.
CaptainTruth
May 2019
#32